Chopra Questions Bhuvneshwar’s ODI World Cup Comeback Prospects

The Story in Brief

Former India opener Aakash Chopra said Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s limited recent 50-over and first-class cricket could hinder his return to India’s plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Bhuvneshwar has not played a first-class match since January 2024 or a List A match since December 2023, though he impressed for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL. Republic World reported that Bhuvneshwar said an India return was not his current priority.

Chopra said Mohammed Shami currently had a slightly stronger case because he played Ranji Trophy cricket and took 37 wickets. He suggested the upcoming New Zealand ODI series could clarify the selectors’ thinking. Separately, NDTV reported that Jasprit Bumrah will miss a two-Test series because of an impact injury, without giving recovery or replacement details.

The Indian Opinion

Bhuvneshwar’s IPL form makes the comeback debate reasonable, but T20 success alone cannot establish readiness for sustained ODI workloads. Shami’s recent red-ball cricket gives him a different case, though selection remains uncertain. Bumrah’s reported absence adds pressure to India’s bowling plans, but speculation about replacements or extended breaks should be treated carefully until medical and selection details are confirmed.

Sources (3): timesofindia.indiatimes.com, republicworld.com, sports.ndtv.com

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